Michael Beninati, Author at Colorado Builder Magazine

Smaller builders need their connections probably now more than ever. (Photo: Onder Ozkan Kilic, Dreamstime.com)

Long-term lessons for a post-COVID housing market

June 15, 2020August 17, 2020 Michael Beninati 290 Views 0 Comments covid-19, homebuilding, lending, real estate

Everyone in the builder community has been forced to change the way they do business in order to cope with

There are affordable options in new construction, but they're not going to be necessarily in Denver (Photo: Imagepixel, Dreamstime.com)

Industry and Economy The Homebuyer

Affordability crunch is remodelers’ opportunity

March 11, 2020April 1, 2020 Michael Beninati 251 Views 0 Comments affordable homes, remodelers

The lack of affordable options for first-time or move-up buyers has been felt across the country, and Denver is no

Hosting a series of events is a good way to develop regular interactions with real estate agents. (Photo: Wave Break Media Ltd, Dreamstime.com)

Business Development Business Management

Provide value, nurture relationships by hosting CE events

December 19, 2019January 14, 2020 Michael Beninati 313 Views 0 Comments builders, real estate

Happy hours and neighborhood tours are serviceable events, but builders can provide additional value by hosting CE events.

Showcases bring a lot of creativity and ideas to the marketplace. (Photo: JUMA Homes)

Community Outreach The Homebuyer

Turn home tours into home sales

October 4, 2019October 4, 2019 Michael Beninati 392 Views 0 Comments real estate, sales and marketing

Home Builders Association chapters throughout the state are wrapping up their annual Parade of Homes showcases.

Homebuyers are considering counties like Weld and Elbert for their next home purchase. (Photo: Welcomia, Dreamstime)

Build Business Management Industry and Economy The Homebuyer

Homebuyers look eastward for new construction

June 13, 2019June 13, 2019 Michael Beninati 407 Views 0 Comments real estate

Infrastructure and homebuyer lifestyle are key factors in regional growth along the Front Range.

Builders and real estate agents have a lot to gain from working together. (Photo: Auremar, Dreamstime)

Business Management

4 reasons builders butt heads with real estate agents

April 15, 2019May 17, 2019 Michael Beninati 437 Views 0 Comments real estate

Roughly 10% of real estate licensees sell new construction.

The more informed the agent is, the better he or she can serve homebuyers. (Photo: Sean Locke Photography, Dreamstime)

Business Management Industry and Economy

Builders bring value to real estate relationships

December 5, 2018 Michael Beninati 958 Views 0 Comments real estate

Nurturing these partnerships is important for buyers and agents.

Limited inventory means home buyers are increasingly looking at new home construction.

Build Business Management Industry and Economy The Homebuyer

Consumers turn to new home construction

September 11, 2018March 15, 2019 Michael Beninati 607 Views 0 Comments real estate

With inventory at historic lows, homebuyers are looking to builders.

Real estate professionals can help builders beyond connecting them with potential homeowners.

Business Development Business Management

Real estate agents are an untapped referral stream for builders

June 8, 2018June 8, 2018 Michael Beninati 672 Views 0 Comments real estate

Builders have a lot to offer—and gain from—real estate pros.

Realtors can be valuable partners for builders.

Business Management Industry and Economy

How to build productive partnerships with real estate professionals

March 9, 2018March 15, 2018 Michael Beninati 1298 Views 0 Comments builder partners, business management, real estate

With limited housing inventory, it’s a builder’s market.